Travel

A Weekend in Jerome, Arizona

Originally published in A Taste of AZ While destinations such as the Grand Canyon and Sedona remain top tourist draws, Arizona’s smaller towns off the beaten path hold a special charm. Jerome, a former mining town located approximately two hours north of Phoenix, is one of those noteworthy destinations. Founded in 1876 and once crowned the “Wickedest Town in the West,” it also became known as one of America’s largest ghost towns when its last copper mine closed in 1953. At 5,200 feet above...

July 2021

Food + Beverage

The Best Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad

As the temperatures rise, our palates tend to shift toward lighter foods to keep us feeling cool and refreshed. The combination of the tangy citrus, the sweet watermelon, and the salty feta cheese are the ideal marriage of ingredients for a salad that will quench your taste buds in the most balanced, refreshing way! Watermelon Feta Arugula SaladIngredients:1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1 inch cubes6 cups fresh arugula6-8 oz of good quality feta cheese, crumbled1/4 C fresh mint leaves...

July 2021

Travel

Destination: Whitefish

There’s a saying about Montana: it’s where the mountains call you home. And there’s no truer statement.Welcome to Whitefish, Montana: a stunning gem that will take your breath away.Whitefish is a resort town in the Rocky Mountains of northwest Montana. It’s a gateway to the jagged peaks, lakes and glacier-carved valleys of Glacier National Park. Downtown, shops and eateries line Central Avenue. It’s a hot spot for winter sports, but the majestic destination is simply stunning during summer.Stay...

July 2021

Travel

Destination: Sunriver Resort

Sunriver Resort is a unique Oregon getaway set in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. The 3,000+ acre property offers everything you need to enjoy a quality family getaway- an escape that will leave you relaxed, rejuvenated, and in love with nature’s beauty.AccommodationsWe stayed in a Lodge Villa Suite with an upstairs loft bedroom, two bathrooms, a full kitchen, living area, fireplace, and patio. Our patio was picturesque, set among a grassy field and one of the property’s four golf...

June 2021